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(au-top-sies) 3 syllables

Definition

plural noun. examinations of a body after death. they help find the cause of death.

Example Sentence

The medical examiner had to perform several autopsies yesterday.

More Example Sentences

Autopsies can help solve some mysteries.

Synonyms

postmortem; body examination; necropsy

Antonyms

birth

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